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GrandDaddy · 29 September 2007, 12:08 PM

Wife and I are driving to Portland, Oregon tomorrow morning (3-hour drive) to visit KansaiVet's AD. Wife wants to get me a GMT for our anniversary. My dilemma is this: I like the new style GMT (ceramic bezel, greenie, etc). But the Pepsi looks nice too. Tom's AD is holding a Pepsi for me for a 10% discount and I found two other ADs who have the ceramic model for full price. I already have a black-bezeled sports watch (SS sub date), not sure how "similar" in looks the Sub and black GMT are. I am including a quick poll for your opinion. Thank you so much.

EvEr34 · 29 September 2007, 12:11 PM

Pepsi. No questions asked. Pepsi

frostie · 29 September 2007, 12:11 PM

Get the new GMT with all the upgrades. It's a great watch with a great movement. I do like the old style GMT but i can't compare it in beauty with the new GMT. The new GMT is simply phenomenal.

EvEr34 · 29 September 2007, 12:13 PM

Oh did I mention pepsi.

Paulie · 29 September 2007, 12:14 PM

Go with the 16710. There will be plenty of time for the new model.

Robb · 29 September 2007, 12:18 PM

They are both nice.... Very hard decision

frostie · 29 September 2007, 12:19 PM

both of them are nice. The one has the upgrades and the other one has the history.

Solar · 29 September 2007, 12:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by frostie

both of them are nice. The one has the upgrades and the other one has the history.

Good points.

I've seen the new SS GMT. Personally, I really like my Pepsi. I wear it for a break from the weightier ( 20 grams heavier) Sea Dweller.

Light, colourful, just the right amount of bling, dual time zone functionality, easier-to-read red hand and the ability to change out bezel colours.

Both are great watches.

Buy the one that grabs you.

Best of luck with your decision,

Chris

Rawhyde · 29 September 2007, 12:35 PM

Drink Coke and wear Pepsi!

mike · 29 September 2007, 12:42 PM

Some side by sides of the old and new,

Lume,

Clasp,

Thickness,

IIC and SD,

Green Arrow · 29 September 2007, 12:53 PM

Demagogue · 29 September 2007, 12:55 PM

Pepsi 1st then buy new GMT II

Tools · 29 September 2007, 01:30 PM

Clearly, ...

if you want to keep up with Mike and Robb, you need to get them both.

marshallr47 · 29 September 2007, 01:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike

Some side by sides of the old and new,

Lume,

Clasp,

Thickness,

IIC and SD,

Mike,
Awesome comparison shots. Thanks.

BiG JeEzY · 29 September 2007, 02:07 PM

For me the new GMT wins in terms of what it offers by the features, all the upgrades, and I consider it a more contemporary watch.

However, in terms of design, I still always say the Pepsi. The GMT would not be such a classic watch today if it was not for the pepsi look.

Overall, I think my vote would still go to the pepsi.

roadcarver · 29 September 2007, 02:24 PM

Visually and trying it on are two completely different ways to decide. Visually, the new GMT, but for feel it may be the prior model.

Go try it out and see what feels best.

tk1358 · 29 September 2007, 02:32 PM

I have the Pepsi and plan to get the new SS GMT inthe next week or so. Both are great watches. Put them on and one will sing to you. You won't go wrong with either. Good Luck!

Gaijin · 29 September 2007, 02:44 PM

Get the Pepsi. New. Because someday soon you will not be able to.

Plenty of time later to get the new GMT.

astcell · 29 September 2007, 03:27 PM

Let your wife pick for you. That way she is happy. If she ain't happy YOU ain't happy!

Chris in Melbourne · 29 September 2007, 04:26 PM

Classic Z series Red & Blue 16710.

Ronnie Rolex · 29 September 2007, 04:35 PM

I would go with the Pepsi too. You might have buyer's remorse someday and want both. By then the Pepsi might be gone but the GMTIIC will still be available...and probably at a discount.

jasonbellevue · 29 September 2007, 05:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by astcell

Let your wife pick for you. That way she is happy. If she ain't happy YOU ain't happy!

Personally, I would get the 116710, and I also agree with astcell's statement above...

JJ Irani · 29 September 2007, 05:11 PM

Go futuristic, my friend. Go with the ceramic bezel!!

Chris B · 29 September 2007, 05:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Paulie

Go with the 16710. There will be plenty of time for the new model.

Is the correct answer

CPTL · 29 September 2007, 05:55 PM

Pepsi, hands down.

1. You've already got the 16610. Not to say that it's a direct comparison to the 116710, but in basic terms, you'd be buying another black-bezel SS sporty.

2. 12 months from now, there will be no more BNIB pepsi GMTs at ADs.

3. You'll likely get the pepsi at $1k (or more) less than the new 116710--so get the jubilee bracelet to go with it!!

The rest is subjective and personal. I personally don't like the maxi case (it's too big for the bracelet), and think the ceramic bezel needs to be subdued a bit--especially the numbers. But if you love these features....

You'll still be able to get them next year!

frostie · 29 September 2007, 08:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rawhyde

Drink Coke and wear Pepsi!

GrandDaddy · 29 September 2007, 11:40 PM

Thank you for your replies and opinions. We are up at 6:00 AM on a Saturday getting ready for the 3-hour drive to Portland, Oregon. Although the poll result is a "mixed" bag, we are leaning towards the Pepsi. Then again, she can change her mind (she's allowed) half way to Portland. I am getting the GMTII and she is getting the LV (not the watch, but purses). There is an LV store two blocks from the AD and how convenient and coincidental can it get. I will post pictures as soon as I can. Thanks again, you're all great!

Dan Pierce · 29 September 2007, 11:44 PM

You have to try both on at the AD. One should standout when sitting on your wrist.
The pepsi is a true classic and would make a nice counter point with your other Rolex. Just a thought and a pic to confuse you more.

Good luck,
dP

CEG · 29 September 2007, 11:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KansaiVet

Get the Pepsi. New. Because someday soon you will not be able to.

Plenty of time later to get the new GMT.

Spot on

frostie · 30 September 2007, 02:58 AM

Let's be patient and see which watch our fellow member bought. Time will tell

View Poll Results: Which GMT Should I get?
GMTII Ceramic Bezel	21	39.62%
Pepsi	19	35.85%
Get Both	13	24.53%
Voters: 53. You may not vote on this poll

29 September 2007, 12:08 PM	#1
GrandDaddy Banned Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Pacific Northwest Posts: 576	I Need Help Deciding Wife and I are driving to Portland, Oregon tomorrow morning (3-hour drive) to visit KansaiVet's AD. Wife wants to get me a GMT for our anniversary. My dilemma is this: I like the new style GMT (ceramic bezel, greenie, etc). But the Pepsi looks nice too. Tom's AD is holding a Pepsi for me for a 10% discount and I found two other ADs who have the ceramic model for full price. I already have a black-bezeled sports watch (SS sub date), not sure how "similar" in looks the Sub and black GMT are. I am including a quick poll for your opinion. Thank you so much.

29 September 2007, 12:14 PM	#5
Paulie "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Chicagoland Watch: GMTII and OP! Posts: 1,272	Go with the 16710. There will be plenty of time for the new model. __________________

29 September 2007, 12:18 PM	#6
Robb 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Robb Location: USA Watch: BLNR Posts: 4,939	They are both nice.... Very hard decision Attached Images __________________ 126610LN l 166610LV l 126619LB l 116710BLNR l 126710BLRO l 126720VTNR l 126718GRNR l 116500 white l 116500 black l 116508 john mayer l 116519LN l 116503 white l 126655 l 226627 Ti Master l 116518LN

29 September 2007, 12:53 PM	#11
Green Arrow "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: USA Posts: 1,060	New GMT is my choice-pick what YOU like

29 September 2007, 12:11 PM	#2
EvEr34 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Ottawa, Canada Posts: 1,909	Pepsi. No questions asked. Pepsi

29 September 2007, 12:11 PM	#3
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	Get the new GMT with all the upgrades. It's a great watch with a great movement. I do like the old style GMT but i can't compare it in beauty with the new GMT. The new GMT is simply phenomenal.

29 September 2007, 12:13 PM	#4
EvEr34 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Ottawa, Canada Posts: 1,909	Oh did I mention pepsi.

29 September 2007, 12:19 PM	#7
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	both of them are nice. The one has the upgrades and the other one has the history.

29 September 2007, 12:35 PM	#9
Rawhyde Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Craig Location: NW Georgia Watch: Blue Sub+Tud Chron Posts: 834	Drink Coke and wear Pepsi!

29 September 2007, 12:42 PM	#10
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	Some side by sides of the old and new, Lume, Clasp, Thickness, IIC and SD,

29 September 2007, 12:55 PM	#12
Demagogue Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: UK Watch: 16520, LVSub, PAM5 Posts: 69	Pepsi 1st then buy new GMT II

29 September 2007, 01:30 PM	#13
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,515	Clearly, ... if you want to keep up with Mike and Robb, you need to get them both.

29 September 2007, 02:07 PM	#15
BiG JeEzY "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Jerome Location: N. California Watch: GMT I/EXP II/DJ Posts: 3,351	For me the new GMT wins in terms of what it offers by the features, all the upgrades, and I consider it a more contemporary watch. However, in terms of design, I still always say the Pepsi. The GMT would not be such a classic watch today if it was not for the pepsi look. Overall, I think my vote would still go to the pepsi. __________________ -Rolex Explorer II Black dial 16570 (circa 2001) -Rolex GMT Master I Pepsi 1675 (circa 1978) -Rolex Datejust TT Champagne 16233 (circa 1991) -Vintage Longines Automatic La Grande Classique -Vintage Seiko 6138 Automatic Chronograph with "Kakume" Dial

29 September 2007, 02:24 PM	#16
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	Visually and trying it on are two completely different ways to decide. Visually, the new GMT, but for feel it may be the prior model. Go try it out and see what feels best. __________________ I'm just a cook...

29 September 2007, 02:32 PM	#17
tk1358 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Tim Location: St Louis Metro Watch: SS GMT IIc Posts: 6	I have the Pepsi and plan to get the new SS GMT inthe next week or so. Both are great watches. Put them on and one will sing to you. You won't go wrong with either. Good Luck!

29 September 2007, 02:44 PM	#18
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	Get the Pepsi. New. Because someday soon you will not be able to. Plenty of time later to get the new GMT.

29 September 2007, 03:27 PM	#19
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	Let your wife pick for you. That way she is happy. If she ain't happy YOU ain't happy!

29 September 2007, 04:26 PM	#20
Chris in Melbourne "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Melbourne, AU Posts: 213	Here's my choice from a couple of weeks ago.... Classic Z series Red & Blue 16710.

29 September 2007, 04:35 PM	#21
Ronnie Rolex Member Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Ronnie Location: Man. Bch., CA USA Watch: SS-P YM Posts: 679	I would go with the Pepsi too. You might have buyer's remorse someday and want both. By then the Pepsi might be gone but the GMTIIC will still be available...and probably at a discount.

29 September 2007, 05:11 PM	#23
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Go futuristic, my friend. Go with the ceramic bezel!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

29 September 2007, 05:55 PM	#25
CPTL "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: Texas on my mind Watch: Sub Date; SS/WG DJ Posts: 2,445	Pepsi, hands down. 1. You've already got the 16610. Not to say that it's a direct comparison to the 116710, but in basic terms, you'd be buying another black-bezel SS sporty. 2. 12 months from now, there will be no more BNIB pepsi GMTs at ADs. 3. You'll likely get the pepsi at $1k (or more) less than the new 116710--so get the jubilee bracelet to go with it!! The rest is subjective and personal. I personally don't like the maxi case (it's too big for the bracelet), and think the ceramic bezel needs to be subdued a bit--especially the numbers. But if you love these features.... You'll still be able to get them next year!

29 September 2007, 11:40 PM	#27
GrandDaddy Banned Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Pacific Northwest Posts: 576	Thank you for your replies and opinions. We are up at 6:00 AM on a Saturday getting ready for the 3-hour drive to Portland, Oregon. Although the poll result is a "mixed" bag, we are leaning towards the Pepsi. Then again, she can change her mind (she's allowed) half way to Portland. I am getting the GMTII and she is getting the LV (not the watch, but purses). There is an LV store two blocks from the AD and how convenient and coincidental can it get. I will post pictures as soon as I can. Thanks again, you're all great!

29 September 2007, 11:44 PM	#28
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,217	You have to try both on at the AD. One should standout when sitting on your wrist. The pepsi is a true classic and would make a nice counter point with your other Rolex. Just a thought and a pic to confuse you more. Good luck, dP Attached Images __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

30 September 2007, 02:58 AM	#30
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	Let's be patient and see which watch our fellow member bought. Time will tell

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